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Relax on the deck with a serene view of the lake or river.
Standalone structure elevated on stilts, offering a deck area with a staircase.
Enjoy a cozy stay with a kitchenette, round table, and comfortable seating for two.
Kitchen features a sink, stove, microwave, and toaster, with a window above the sink.
Relax in a cozy space with a wall-mounted TV, a small table, and two comfortable chairs.

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4548 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Hangout Music Fest
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

Located within a 5-minute walk of Gulf Shores Beach, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of West Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Hangout Music Fest - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Gulf State Park - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Waterville USA - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 9 min drive - 4.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gulf Island Grill - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gorgeous, Raised Home Overlooking Lagoon w/Free WiFi, Central AC - Near Beaches

Heron's Nest

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Situated practically on the banks of Little Lagoon, this beautiful raised house is waiting to provide you with the vacation memories you deserve! Guests will be conveniently close to white-sand beaches, Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, hiking and biking trails, Waterville USA, Dauphin Island Estuarium, boating, kayaking, parasailing, and canoeing activities, and more! Inside, you'll find the home dressed in cool, beachy tones and attractive décor, with lots of comfortable furniture and natural light. When you're not out on the water, hang out with friends and enjoy some ice-cold refreshments on the furnished balcony overlooking the water. You'll love catching your favorite movies and shows on the living room's flatscreen TV. The full kitchen is equipped with all the appliances and counter space you'll need to assemble a delightful meal and you can enjoy your masterpiece at the kitchen table or outside as an al-fresco meal. Take advantage of the central AC to keep the home nice and cool while you use the high-speed WiFi to research a new adventure then head out for a day of sun and sand!


Things to Know
High-speed WiFi for remote workers and online students!
Snowbird-Friendly

This property is managed by Vacasa Alabama LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Vacasa of Alabama

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 548 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

59931

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Gulf Shores, just steps from Gulf Shores Beach. You'll also find Gulf State Park and Orange Beach Beaches within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Gorgeous, Raised Home Overlooking Lagoon w/Free WiFi, Central AC - Near Beaches good for couples?

At this lakeside vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Gorgeous, Raised Home Overlooking Lagoon w/Free WiFi, Central AC - Near Beaches?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Gorgeous, Raised Home Overlooking Lagoon w/Free WiFi, Central AC - Near Beaches?

Yes, every accommodation at Gorgeous, Raised Home Overlooking Lagoon w/Free WiFi, Central AC - Near Beaches comes with a balcony with some featuring lake views.

Gorgeous, Raised Home Overlooking Lagoon w/Free WiFi, Central AC - Near Beaches Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 59 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness

V

Nice location, needs some updating to step stringers and posts, also shakes back and forth , and posts holding house up are rotten
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Marshall G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay was ok

Property was fine except the ants on the counter upon arrival and water bug between door.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer V.

Beach trip

When we arrived, the thermostat wouldn't work. I contacted the manager and someone was in the driveway in 20 mins. Ended up being the batteries and all worked well.Almost every shade in the house is broken and missing pieces and alot of the furniture is outdated. . Probably find a different spit in Gulf Shores for next year's beach trip.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Koran F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Once a year

With all that going on in life it's nice to have someplace to look forward to going to...it's nice, quiet, just relaxing....
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Marsha T.

Liked: Cleanliness

TV problems

We could not get the cable tv work. Disappointing
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ladd P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nightmare

We arrived just after dark on a Friday evening. The house is NOT located where the map shows it to be and there are no visible numbers on the outside to aid you in finding it. We went to two different houses before we found it. Once inside is when our nightmare began! There was NO water and we could not find the outside shut off valve to turn it back on. We began calling the number for assistance at 6:50 p.m. The person that answered was in Oregon and could barely speak English and could not understand that we had no water. She refused to help me until I sent her a picture of the hot water heater! I repeatedly asked for a call back from a local representative and was assured I would get one. I was also told that it would be Monday before they could send someone to check the water!! I called back on Saturday morning at 8:00 a.m. and was again told I would get a call back from a local representative immediately. At 1:40 p.m. on Saturday afternoon I got a text from someone claiming to be a local representative of the company wanting to know if we had been relocated to a new rental. I explained to this person that we had been forced to leave the rental and go to hotel and NOONE had contacted us about anything. After demanding a refund, I received an email saying I would be fully refunded. This property is most likely very nice and a good place to stay, but we will not be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place

This is our second stay at this place and we absolutely love it!! It’s so close to the water we can hear the waves crash inside which I absolutely love. The area is so quiet and peaceful. Everything is exactly as described about the place!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Cathy M.

Overall great stay

Came in after dark. No address on house and no lights on. Light on deck where keypad was at was actually tore off the wall. We used lights on phone to be able to get in. Once in everything was clean and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous Sunsets on the Lagoon

This was the perfect size home for the two of us! The accommodations were clean and comfortable. We enjoyed sitting on the nice deck overlooking the Lagoon and watching the gorgeous sunsets in the evenings. Very peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location!!

First, we loved the location. The bay side is SO quiet and tranquil. The walk to the beach side was quick and easy. We had everything we needed, but the building needs some tender loving care. There was a lot of water underneath, so we couldn't use that part. When it rains, the walk to your car is gushy. Loved the privacy and view from the porch. It would be nice if part or all of the porch was covered to help keep things dry when it rains. The shower head is SO short you have to bend down to rinse off. They could use a new bed. Overall we enjoyed our stay and it's hard to beat this location!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Herons Nest

Herons Nest was absolutely amazing. From the cute home to right on the water we couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay! Area was very quiet you could hear the waves and conveniently located to anything and everything you would want to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

david r., elizabethtown, ky

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

walton h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Loved our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

New Years Week

We loved the property! Exactly as described.... Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

Nice home on the bay with good fishing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Koran F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time

A much needed vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Pamela S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent and quiet location

We stayed at this property last year and loved the location, so we figured we’d try again this year. We were hoping for a few updates/upgrades/TLC shown the property, but that was not the case. It’s hard to find a great location right on the water (Little Lagoon), so we opted to overlook some of the issues of the property itself. We had issues with the cable and the Vacasa rep got Mediacom to troubleshoot. Vacasa and Mediacom were awesome. We brought some conveniences from home as we stayed for a month this time. Some of the items we brought- shower caddy, non-stick pan for frying eggs, single serve Kcup coffee maker, Electric Foreman Grill, and small throw rugs. The property only provided one dish towel in the kitchen, (no hot pads!), and one hand towel in the bathroom. It would have been nice to have a cookie sheet. The property has a great fridge with ice maker. The king size bed is the same as last year, and we found it to not the most comfy. We requested a different set of sheets from Vacasa as the original flat sheet was too short to tuck properly, bed pillows should be replaced. The sofa is not comfortable. There could be another end table in the main living area. A little bigger table for eating would also be nice. I don’t know how a family of 3-4 or two couples could do it in this property. The accommodations would not be conducive to comfort for all concerned. Will most likely be researching a different location the next time we come down to Gulf Shores.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Liked the location.

Nice quiet location but still close to everything. Short walk to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelia R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy place

Very nice quiet comfortable place to stay. Will definitely come back ab stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doris B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy

Nice, quiet, conveniently located. Loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

That view!! 😍 💫🎉

My husband and I usually stay where there’s an ocean view but mixed it up with this location and it didn’t disappoint. The sunsets were breathtaking!! We played in the lagoon, enjoyed the seagulls, cranes, owls and various birds, the boats, jet skis & kayaks going by. We listened to music on the deck and danced under the stars. 💫 Very comfy seating on the deck and underneath the home. Short walk to the public beach that’s just a few blocks away where we went to enjoy the sunrises. ☀️ The only downside is the blinds above the bed needs dusted (badly) and there needs to be more towels and wash cloths in the cottage. Nobody has time to do laundry everyday. We are definitely planning on coming back someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Melanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute beach shack

Lovely location, great rate. 2 big issues I wish I had known 1. Sleeping areas horrible , king mattress like a piece of sandwich bread, I slept on the floor. Sofa sleeper is about 20 years old just don’t pull it out. Had my daughter sleep on it as a couch since the mattress springs kept popping through. 2. There is NO internet company prepays for it, not through a normal company and it was not on. Both myself and my daughter had school work, my mom is stage 4 cancer, I am from Gulf shores and came down for her, this was not a pleasure trip but an emergency trip. We needed internet and although listing said they have it… they don’t. If I had known, just for that reason alone I would have booked elsewhere. Absolutely LOVE the location if it was for a pleasure trip and I didn’t need sleep or the internet I would have rated it a 10 of 10. Please replace the mattresses and make sure internet is paid prior to renting and I would totally stay again next time I needed to visit home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jeremy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful area and perfect view!

No Frills Such a cute little place with perfect views and area to swim right on the lagoon! Would be really cramped with 4 adults. Perfect for 2 adults and maybe suitable for 2 adults with a couple of smaller children. Internet is terrible! Television continued to show “No internet connection. Check home internet connection” so, no internet/Wi-Fi the entire stay. No help from 800 # and messages to host! We had decent weather. If you love to grill outdoors there is not a nice grill. There is a tiny little (maybe 12”) charcoal grill that sits about 4” from ground. Might as well just cook instead and get meal done a lot faster. No coffee pot that uses pods, only a coffee pot that uses paper filters. So plan on taking your own keurig type coffee maker or buy ground coffee and paper filters. Other than that, the place was clean and king bed was pretty comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another wondeful stay!

This is our second time staying here and we could not have been happier! This year we brought additonal family to enjoy this perfect little bungalow! Always a pleasure!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun

The only thing they need is rugs to wipe your feet on to knock the sand off. We had a good time walking on shore and exploring
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023